12 Questions to Ask at Every Open House

Open houses are research sessions. Arrive with questions and leave with answers you cannot find online.

1. Why are the sellers moving?
2. How long has it been on the market?
3. Have there been any offers?
4. What is included in the sale?
5. When were the roof and systems last replaced?
6. Are there any known issues or disclosures?
7. What are the utility costs?
8. Are there HOA rules I should know about?
9. How is the street at night?
10. Has the price changed?
11. Are pre-inspections available?
12. When will offers be reviewed?

Write the answers down immediately. After three open houses in one afternoon, the details blur together.